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Libby Login Needed In-Library Use Only Access the library’s digital collection of eBooks, downloadable audiobooks, and magazines through OverDrive or Libby. |
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Freegal Music Login Needed In-Library Use Only Enjoy millions of songs in the Sony Music catalog. |
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Kanopy Login Needed In-Library Use Only Kanopy showcases more than 30,000 titles, including award-winning documentaries and acclaimed films, rare and hard-to-find titles, and classic films, with collections from The Great Courses, Kino Lorber, and PBS among many others. |
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Mango Languages Login Needed In-Library Use Only Learn over 70 new languages today. |
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PressReader Login Needed In-Library Use Only PressReader is the leading all-you-can-read platform home to 5,500+ global publications such as the Washington Post, Variety, magazines, and more. |
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Coursera Login Needed In-Library Use Only Build skills with courses, certificates, and degrees online from world-class universities and companies. Follow link, choose Coursera and choose Signal Hill Public Library from the drop down menu. Enter your information to signup. |
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LinkedIn Learning Login Needed In-Library Use Only Over 2,000 courses to prepare you for over 120 off platform credentials including certifications, continuing education units, and academic credits. |
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Britannica School Edition Login Needed In-Library Use Only Britannica School Edition gives teachers and students instant access to four complete encyclopedias and other resources. |
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World Book Online Login Needed In-Library Use Only Tens of thousands of authoritative articles with photographs, illustrations, and maps. |
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DMV-Permit-Test.com Login Needed In-Library Use Only Pass your DMV test the first time! |
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CultureGrams Login Needed In-Library Use Only Cultural information for countries and territories. Includes maps, statistics and recipes. |
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Social Studies Fact Cards — California Edition Login Needed In-Library Use Only Information on California Missions and Native American Groups |
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LibriVox Login Needed In-Library Use Only Public domain recordings of public domain literature. Plays anywhere! |
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Britannica Elementary School Login Needed In-Library Use Only Discover encyclopedia articles, multimedia, primary sources, games, and other learning resources that support student research and reinforce curriculum standards. |
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Britannica Middle School Login Needed In-Library Use Only Discover encyclopedia articles, multimedia, primary sources, games, and other learning resources that support student research and reinforce curriculum standards. |
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Britannica High School Login Needed In-Library Use Only Discover encyclopedia articles, multimedia, primary sources, games, and other learning resources that support student research and reinforce curriculum standards. |
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Britannica Escolar Login Needed In-Library Use Only Una vez que haya iniciado sesión en la cuenta de su institución educativa, podrá iniciar sesión en su cuenta de usuario personal para funciones adicionales. |
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Teaching Books: Book and Author Resources Login Needed In-Library Use Only An engaging collection of resources that brings books to life. |
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Teaching Books: Engage with Diverse Books Login Needed In-Library Use Only As you infuse diverse, inclusive, and culturally relevant materials into fiction and nonfiction reading experiences, this toolkit helps analyze collections, identify and bring to life diverse texts, and encourage reflection on cultural representation. |
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Book Connections: Children's Books & Author Resources Login Needed In-Library Use Only Personalize and enjoy digital connections to books for kids and teens. |
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Book Connections: Teen Books & Author Resources Login Needed In-Library Use Only Personalize and enjoy digital connections to books for kids and teens. |
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Book Connections: Children, Teen and Family Home Kit Login Needed In-Library Use Only Personalize and enjoy digital connections to books for kids and teens. |
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Book Connections: Recursos de Lectura para Jóvenes y Familias Login Needed In-Library Use Only Book Connections se esfuerza por enriquecer con alegría la experiencia de todos al leer libros para niños y jóvenes. |
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New York Times Best Sellers Login Needed In-Library Use Only Authoritatively ranked lists of books sold in the United States, sorted by format and genre. |
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Project Gutenberg Login Needed In-Library Use Only Want 30,000 free ebooks? Download to your own device using PDFs, HTML, epub, Mobipocket and more. Enjoy! |
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Stuffed Animal Workshop
12/20/2025 3:00 - 4:00 PM
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| Room: Library Learning Center - The Learning Center is reserved for programming and City staff meetings. It may be used as another study space at the discretion of library staff. All requests through Apollo will be denied. Create your very own stuffed animal! Each child will also receive a book to take home along with their brand-new stuffed animal. All materials will be provided. Space is limited. Registration required.
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Zumba with the Library
01/06/2026 6:30 - 7:30 PM
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| Ages 16+. Join us for Zumba with the Library. Get a good workout with Latin and International-inspired music and dance. This class is suitable for attendees of all shapes and fitness levels. Wear comfortable shoes and bring a towel and a water bottle. The program may be moved to the Library Community Room in the event of inclement weather. Space is limited. Registration required. Location: Signal Hill Basketball Courts
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History on the Hill: History of the Library
01/08/2026 6:00 - 7:00 PM
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| All Ages. Join local historian David Ferrari to learn about different aspects that make up the City’s rich history. Each session coincides with a new exhibit in the History Room. Children under 12 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. Registration required.
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First Friday Book Club: Mothering Sunday
01/09/2026 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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| Ages 18+. Participants are provided a copy of the selected books, which alternate between fiction and non-fiction titles.
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Make It! Do-It-Yourself Craft Club: Vision Board Collage
01/09/2026 3:00 - 4:00 PM
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| Ages 8+. This hands-on Do-It-Yourself craft program gives participants a chance to express themselves! An adult must accompany children. All materials will be provided. Space is limited. Registration required.
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Mindful Moments: Yoga
01/10/2026 10:00 - 11:00 AM
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| Ages 16+. Explore various activities to incorporate into your daily routine to bring awareness to the present moment. Space is limited. Registration required.
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Pageturners Book Club: Suffer the Children
01/10/2026 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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| Ages 18+. Calling all fans of mystery, thriller, suspense, and horror! Join us for an exciting new book club with intriguing discussions and insights. Meeting location will moved indoors during inclement weather. Location: Zinnia Courtyard
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Adult All Abilities Color & Play
01/12/2026 12:00 - 2:00 PM
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| Ages 18+. Come relax and get creative with our adult coloring pages featuring animals, nature, mandala designs, and positive phrases, or play with board games and soothing kinetic sand. Open to individuals with disabilities and their caregivers.
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Zumba with the Library
01/13/2026 6:30 - 7:30 PM
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| Ages 16+. Join us for Zumba with the Library. Get a good workout with Latin and International-inspired music and dance. This class is suitable for attendees of all shapes and fitness levels. Wear comfortable shoes and bring a towel and a water bottle. The program may be moved to the Library Community Room in the event of inclement weather. Space is limited. Registration required. Location: Signal Hill Basketball Courts
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Pass the Sticks: Diablo 4
01/14/2026 3:00 - 4:00 PM
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| Ages 12-17. Each month, we’ll take on the challenge of conquering a new game together. Game time is on a first-come first-served basis. Each player gets a half-hour time slot, or until your game life has ended. Then pass the controllers to the next person.
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Romance Book Club: Apprentice to the Villain
01/15/2026 6:00 - 7:00 PM
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| Ages 18+. Do you enjoy reading romance books or want to explore a new genre? Join us to discuss the latest romantic book. Meeting location will moved indoors during inclement weather. Location: Zinnia Courtyard
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Crochet Club
01/16/2026 2:00 - 4:00 PM
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| Ages 16+. Spend an afternoon crocheting and socializing with other crocheters at the Signal Hill Public Library Crochet Club. Bring your own yarn, hooks, and projects.
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Open Photography Studio
01/17/2026 12:00 - 2:00 PM
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| Ages 16+. The Open Studio makerspace will provide access to specialized equipment and opportunities to learn from experts, practice skills and build their portfolios. Equipment is available for use on a first-come, first-served basis.
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Author Talk with Dr. Sara Pol-Lim
01/24/2026 10:30 - 11:30 AM
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| Ages 18+. Learn about the Cambodians during the Khmer Rouge regime as she recounts in her memoir, Coming to Terms with Historical Trauma. Dr. Pol-Lim shares her family’s experience and aims to raise awareness about mental health. Space is limited. Registration is required.
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Day at the Movies: All About Eve with Theo Siegel
01/26/2026 1:00 - 2:45 PM
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| Ages 18+. Theo Siegel will discuss the making of All About Eve, starring Bette Davis and Anne Baxter, followed by a screening of the film. This film is not rated and has a running time of 138 minutes. Registration required.
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Restorative Sound Bath Sessions
01/26/2026 6:00 - 7:00 PM
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| Ages 18+. Join us for a meditative sound bath experience to tune into your mind and body. Erika Segura from The Sound Bath Studio will guide participants through meditation and sound healing. Space is limited. Registration required.
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The Mr. Electric Show
01/31/2026 1:00 - 2:00 PM
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| All Ages. Experience the wonder as he creates lightning before your eyes using a Van de Graaff generator and a Tesla coil! Registration required.
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